Head and Spinal Injury Assessment Quiz

What is the recommended action when assessing a patient with a potential head or spinal injury?

Which of the following symptoms is not commonly associated with head injuries?

What is the appropriate action to take after a serious head injury is suspected?

Which of the following is not a type of head injury mentioned?

How significant is the relationship between head injuries and cervical spine injuries?

What is not a common immediate symptom of a head injury?

Which type of skull fracture is characterized by an open wound?

What should be done if there is bleeding from the ears or nose after a head injury?

Which symptom is indicative of potential delayed effects after a head injury?

What is a sign of a possible skull fracture?

What action should be avoided if there is leakage of cerebral spinal fluid from the ear?

Which type of head injury is primarily associated with temporary loss of consciousness?

What is a common immediate symptom of head trauma that may lead to subsequent behavior changes?

Head, Spinal, and Pelvic Injuries

Always support the head when assessing a trauma patient.
Serious head injury always implies a cervical spine(neck) injury.
Provide Spinal Motion Restriction (SMR) in cases of head injury.
Extra attention should be paid to the patient's level of consciousness.

3 Main Types of Head Injury

Compression
Concussion
Skull Fractures

Signs and Symptoms of Head Injuries

Intense headache
Paralysis or weakness
Nausea and vomiting
Pupil changes
Drowsiness
Change in behavior/personality

Pupil Assessment

PERRLA (Pupils Equal, Round, Reactive to Light, Accommodating)

Types of Skull Fractures

Simple fracture (closed)
Compound (open)
Depressed fracture
Facial fractures

Signs and Symptoms of Skull Fractures

Confusion, restlessness and irritability
Bleeding from wounds (ears, nose or around eyes)
Headache
Drowsiness, loss of consciousness
Nausea or vomiting
Raccoon eyes
Battle's sign

Definition of Spinal Injury

Trauma to the spine

First Aid for Head and Spinal Injuries

Head or spinal immobilization
Ensure the airway is not compromised
Remove any broken teeth, including loose dentures/dental appliances
Gently cover ear/nose with a dressing and bandage if cerebral spinal fluid or blood leaks
Avoid putting pressure on soft spots in the skull.
Apply indirect pressure to bleeding wounds.

Spheres of Orientation

Person (name, age, etc)
Place (where they are)
Time (what day, month, etc)

Test your understanding of head, spinal, and pelvic injuries with this comprehensive quiz. Explore the types of head injuries, their signs and symptoms, and the importance of spinal motion restriction. Perfect for those studying trauma assessment and emergency response.